About this Event
Dessert Wars Tampa will take place at the Florida State Fairgrounds (Indoors) on October 24, 2026 from 3PM-6PM.
For more info, please go to www.dessert-wars.com
SAMPLE TICKETS ARE EXCHANGED FOR DESSERT SAMPLES (1 for 1)
THERE IS NO EXTRA COST FOR DESSERTS
MUST PURCHASE A TICKET TO ENTER THE EVENT
TICKETS WILL NOT BE SOLD AT THE DOOR
Dessert Wars is a celebration of the “foodie” lifestyle, featuring dessert vendors vying for the title of Dessert Champion. The event features a wide array of desserts ranging from cupcakes, cookies, ice cream and doughnuts.
THIS EVENT SELLS OUT EVERY YEAR, SO BUY EARLY!
VIP AT 3PM - tickets include 40 dessert sample tickets, a "go-box" and entry beginning at 3PM.
GENERAL ADMISSION AT 4PM - Tickets include 30 dessert sample tickets, a "go-box" and entry beginning at 4PM.
LEFT-OVERS AT 5PM - Tickets include 20 dessert sample tickets, a "go-box" and entry beginning at 5PM.
SCHEDULE
VIP doors open at 3PM.
General Admission doors open at 4PM.
Left-Overs doors open at 5PM.
Voting for People's Choice Champion ends at 5:30PM.
Trophy Ceremonies begin at 6:00PM.
COMPETITORS
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Friendly Tips
Tickets do not need to be printed. Tickets can be scanned from your smart phone.
Pay Once for Sweets – No extra charges for desserts once inside.
Each attendee MUST purchase a ticket to enter the event.
The event is all ages and family friendly.
Children 2 and under do not require a ticket.
No outside "go-boxes//containers/bags or cake boxes" allowed inside the event.
Due to health regulations, only service dogs are allowed. Sorry, Fido!
Tickets are NOT refundable and cannot be exchanged.
Tickets ARE transferable.
Tickets will not be sold at the door.
Attendance is strictly capped to ensure optimal attendee experience.
Get your tickets online to guarantee admission.
No readmission or “In-Outs”.
Participating vendors and sponsors are subject to change.
Event is rain or shine.
No strollers allowed inside the Dessert Wars venue.
Stretchy pants highly recommended!
Event venue & nearby stays
Florida State Fairgrounds - Entertainment Hall, 4800 US-301, Tampa, United States
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